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Carnival of Personal Finance #456 – Seinfeld Money Management

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

Welcome to another edition of the Carnival of Personal Finance. As a new upcoming parent I think rules like this are great for setting the expectation. We can definitely go too far with things sometimes and being reminded about balance being the key to happiness is always a good thing. Where do you start with the reading?

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Grandparenthood Can Be Expensive!

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

If you are a parent, some day you will most likely become a grandparent. Being a grandparent is tons more fun than parenting. I only remember staying with them once without parents around. My parents were somewhat more interactive with their grandchildren (my kids). Yet you can enjoy loving them and being loved by them.

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Friday Links – Garden Edition

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

If you haven’t done it you definitely need to try it. Check them out: Good Reads From The Blogosphere: Emily from Evolving Personal Finance is having a Debate over Outsourcing Cleaning with her husband and wants to know if you think that paying for cleaning is a worthwhile luxury. I am quite excited.

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Laughing at Wall Street Book Review and Giveaway

Nicoles Nickels

With Laughing at Wall Street, you’ll see: •How Facebook friends helped a young parent invest in the wildly successful children’s show, Chuggington—and saw her stock values climb 50%. ” Review of Product: I don’t read too many personal finance books but was excited to start reading this one once I got it.

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P.E.P. for the Week of March 7-11/11- Spending Time With Family Update Edition

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

My hubby and I often borrow yard equipment that we use once in a while from my parents. Sustainable Personal Finance tells us to stop smoking. Personal Finance by the Book asked us what Winnie the Pooh character we were. I am definitely Tigger: always ready to try something new and very goal orientated.

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P.E.P. for the Week of February 14-18/11-Planning Edition

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

Consumerism Commentary asks us if we are better off than our parents ? In my life, my parents have always seemed to do quite well financially and we never suffered as kids. Even now, my parents are in a fantastic financial situation. Personal Finance by the Book tells us how negotiating can put us on top.

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Carnival of Financial Planning – Money Management Edition #231

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

Justin presents Know the Common Mistakes with Your Personal Finances posted at Budget Snob , saying, “Many people make the same financial mistakes. Corey presents Benefits of an Adjustable Rate Mortgage posted at Steadfast Finances , saying, “Have you ever considered an adjustable rate mortgage?

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